ACADEMY: Bransty Rangers

Thanks to Bransty Rangers for providing this information as we introduce another of our academy linked clubs for this season.

Bransty Rangers were founded in 1996 and compete locally in the West Cumbria Junior League, as well as taking part in tournaments both within the area and further afield.

We are an FA Charter Standard club who run teams at all age groups, from U7 all the way up to U18, and have around 160 registered players, as well as a committed body of qualified coaches and an active committee who ensure that the club runs as smoothly as possible throughout the season.

Add to that a willing body of volunteers and parent representatives, plus a separate fundraising section to help with the considerable running costs of a club of this size, it makes it a prominent organisation within the local community.

At Bransty our aim is provide a safe, enjoyable environment to develop young people, not only as footballers but also their social skills and confidence in general.

We consider child welfare to be of paramount importance and will always endeavour to step in should we feel that any of our players are under any duress for whatever reason.

We consider ourselves to be both a friendly and progressive club and feel honoured that Ben Benson has considered ourselves worthy of 'linked club' status, which we hope will be beneficial to both Carlisle United and Bransty Rangers. We look forward to working together through the forthcoming season.